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The 15 Best Steam Next Fest Demos to Play Right Now

  • AI-heavy releases have made Steam Next Fest harder to browse.
  • The article picks out promising human-made demos.
  • *Curse of Resthaven* progress carries into its full release.

Steam Next Fest’s October showcase has more than twice as many demos as last year, but the surge in generative AI games has made worthwhile titles harder to find. The article argues that the flood of AI-labelled releases is troubling for developers and players, while highlighting human-made games…

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Cyberpunk 2077 update adds two quests and dual-wielding pistols on 22 October

  • Update 2.5 arrives on 22 October.
  • Two new quests explore anime ties and Night City lore.
  • Players can dual-wield handguns and customise cyberware.

Cyberpunk 2077’s update 2.5 arrives on 22 October, following the release of the second Cyberpunk: Edgerunners series. It adds an anime-linked quest and other features, expanding the game with new stories, combat options and cosmetic customisation. The update includes Clampdown, a prequel quest with gear from the anime,…

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Sony’s $100 PlayStation Pulse headset launches on 19 November

  • Sony’s $100 Pulse headset ships from 19 November.
  • Pre-orders begin on 29 October.
  • The Pulse Edge is due in 2027.

Sony has set 19 November as the shipping date for its $100 PlayStation Pulse wireless headset, with pre-orders opening on 29 October. The launch includes the UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Japan, among other countries, giving buyers a confirmed price and release date. The headset comes…

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CD Projekt Red details new Cyberpunk 2077 update – adding dual-wielding, cross-platform mods, Edgerunners story quests, and more

  • Cyberpunk 2077’s update arrives on 22 October for PC and current consoles.
  • It adds an Edgerunners prequel quest and a 16-track radio station.
  • New features include cross-platform mods, dual-wielding and cyberware customisation.

CD Projekt Red has outlined a substantial Cyberpunk 2077 update, adding new quests, gameplay options, visual customisation and cross-platform mod support. The update is due on 22 October for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series S/X, with the Switch 2 version expected a few days later. A new Edgerunners…

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Samsung’s 5K gaming monitor drops to $600 at major retailers

  • Samsung’s 5K gaming monitor is $599.99, $100 below its previous best price.
  • It supports 180Hz at 5K or 360Hz at 1440p.
  • The article also lists deals on games and a charger.

Samsung’s 27-inch Odyssey G80HF 5K monitor is on sale for $599.99 at Amazon and B&H Photo, $100 below its previous best price. Its combination of high resolution, fast refresh rates and a one-millisecond response time makes it a gaming-focused option at a relatively low price for a 5K…

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Nvidia’s latest GPU driver brings a new way to speed up PC games

  • Nvidia driver 621.01 adds Microsoft shader delivery support.
  • Supported games should launch faster and stutter less.
  • The Xbox PC app is required, including for Steam copies.

Nvidia’s latest GPU driver, version 621.01, adds support for Microsoft’s Advanced Shader Delivery, which is designed to make supported PC games launch faster and run more smoothly. The technology aims to prevent pauses and stuttering by preparing game shaders before play, rather than compiling them on the PC…

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Magic: The Gathering Is Officially Hasbro’s Biggest Profit-Maker

  • Magic brought in more than $600 million in quarterly revenue.
  • Wizards of the Coast supplied almost 90% of Hasbro’s operating profits.
  • Organised-play growth includes casual events, leaving competitive play concerns unresolved.

Hasbro’s third-quarter 2026 results show Magic: The Gathering has become the company’s biggest profit-maker, with the game surpassing $600 million in quarterly revenue for the first time. Wizards of the Coast, which publishes Magic and Dungeons & Dragons, generated almost 90% of Hasbro’s operating profits, highlighting how dependent…

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Obsession Fans Are Not Happy with Nikki Freeman’s Fortnite Skin

  • Fortnite’s *Obsession* tie-in has divided fans.
  • Critics say Nikki’s skin trivialises her trauma.
  • Others argue the featured role is empowering.

Fortnite’s Fortnitemares collaboration with the horror film *Obsession* has sparked disagreement among fans over the Nikki Freeman character skin. Some viewers say featuring Nikki treats her traumatic experience as entertainment, while others see the skin as an empowering choice that gives the character prominence. In *Obsession*, Nikki is…

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Dawn of War 4 preview points to an accessible RTS return

  • Preview suggests Dawn of War 4 is a promising RTS return.
  • Orks favour rapid building; Adeptus Mechanicus can play defensively.
  • Four campaigns and custom AI battles offer varied play.

A hands-on preview of *Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4* found it a promising return for the real-time strategy series, with accessible systems and distinct faction play. Its campaigns and battle modes could also make it a broad way to explore the Warhammer 40,000 universe. The preview build…

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You’ve Not Seen Anything Like This Bizarre PS5 Open World RPG, Ordinary Oddness

  • Tencent and COSMICPUP revealed Ordinary Oddness for PS5.
  • Its world and reality shift in unusual ways.
  • Release date and free-to-play status remain unconfirmed.

Tencent and developer COSMICPUP have announced Ordinary Oddness, an unusual open-world RPG planned for PS5. Its debut trailer presents a world where humans and mythical beings coexist, with reality shifting around the city of Elysian Skies; the striking, unpredictable style sets it apart from conventional RPG reveals. The…

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